Indian cuisine is known for its rich and diverse range of sweets. Among the countless mouthwatering options, one dessert is the Ice Cream Sandesh. It is a delightful fusion dessert that beautifully marries the traditional charm of Sandesh with the cool, creamy allure of ice cream. It perfectly fits the menu for Janmashtami.
What Is Ice-Cream Sandesh?
Sandesh is a traditional Bengali sweet that has been savoured for centuries. Its origins can be traced back to the Bengal region of India, where it holds a special place in the hearts of its people. The fusion of Sandesh and ice cream is a culinary innovation. However, it is essentially bhapa (steamed) Sandesh.
The idea of combining ice cream with Sandesh likely draws inspiration from the Western dessert, which gained popularity in India over the years. The creamy, frozen dessert quickly found its place alongside traditional Indian sweets. This unique dessert has won the hearts of dessert enthusiasts across India and beyond.
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How To Make This Dessert For Janmashtami?
let’s get into the exciting part: making this delectable dessert at home. It’s definitely the perfect dessert for Janmashtami.
Ingredients
- 1 litre milk
- 2 tbsp vinegar
- 2 tbsp water
- 4 tbsp powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk powder
- 1/4 tsp elaichi powder
- Kesar colour
- 2-3 tbsp milk or a little more
- 8-10 kesar strands
- 1/4 cup pistachios, finely chopped
Method
- In a pan, bring milk to a boil. Let the milk curdle after adding the vinegar and water mixture.
- Put this through a strainer and rinse it with water, pressing down to get rid of all the extra water.
- Blend the chhena with the milk powder, elaichi powder, kesar colour, and powdered sugar
- To get this into a pourable consistency, add the milk and combine one more.
- Add kesar strands and a foil paper layer to your tin
- Place the batter in the pan and wrap it in foil. Let it cool after 20 minutes of steaming
- When you’re ready to serve, demolish the mould and place it in the freezer for two to three hours.
- Add chopped pistachios and kesar as a garnish. Slice it up and dig in!
Ice Cream Sandesh is a delightful fusion dessert that beautifully marries the traditional charm of Sandesh with the cool, creamy allure of ice cream. So, go ahead, savour the sweet fusion, and relish every bite of this dessert on Janmashtami!
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